A Muslim mechanic on trial for the Bali nightclub bombings told a court today why he did it: He wanted foreigners out of Indonesia and thinks late night TV shows and Western films are immoral.

Amrozi bin Nurhasyim faces execution by firing squad if found guilty by the court on the tropical resort island. More than 200 people were killed in the October 12 blasts, including 26 British tourists.

He is charged with buying the bomb-making materials and the minivan used in the attack.

He has already admitted his role and told his lawyers that he was ready to be punished.

"I carried out these violent acts because there was no way to expel (foreigners) from Indonesia through diplomatic means," he said today.

Amrozi also said foreigners have polluted Indonesian by bringing in "Western videos and drugs".